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Chives are a popular leafy vegetable, widely used in cooking for their rich flavor and nutritional value. However, when stored at room temperature, chives lose moisture quickly, turning yellow and spoiling in just a few days. To extend their shelf life and maintain quality, the key is to prevent moisture loss. One of the most effective methods is using a vegetable cold storage room, which provides the right temperature and humidity conditions for long-term preservation.
Recommended Cold Storage Method for Chives
- Sorting
After harvesting, shake off soil from the roots and remove yellow, diseased, or damaged leaves. - Grading
Select healthy, pest-free chives with no mechanical damage for storage. - Pre-cooling
Pre-cooling is essential before placing chives in cold storage. It helps reduce field heat and allows the refrigeration system to work more efficiently. - Storage Conditions
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- Temperature: Around 0°C (32°F), not higher than 1°C.
- Humidity: Maintain 90–95% relative humidity to prevent dehydration.
Under these conditions, chives can stay fresh for about 1 month, retaining their color, texture, and taste almost like freshly harvested.
Alternative Method Without Cold Storage
If you don’t have access to a cold storage facility, here’s a simple trick: wrap the chives with two cabbage or lettuce leaves. Since these leaves release moisture more slowly, they help prevent the chives from drying out. Place the wrapped chives in a cool, shaded area — this can keep them fresh for up to 10 days.
👉 For reference, you can also check our [fruits and Vegetable Cold Storage Project Case] to see real-world examples of cost, design, and construction details.